Vet in shock after dog poops out entire bag of rainbow Orbeez: ‘He ate a LOT’

Vet in shock after dog poops out entire bag of rainbow Orbeez: ‘He ate a LOT’

This pup had a ruff day. Dogs like to sniff around and get a bite of anything they can get their paws on. But after a Colorado dog found a colorful snack, Orbeez, he ended up pooping out a rainbow of colorful balls. In a video posted to TikTok by the vet tech, the dog … Read more

Crocs aren’t just for humans anymore — now dogs can get in on the eye-popping action

Crocs aren’t just for humans anymore — now dogs can get in on the eye-popping action

Crocs have garnered a cult fandom, and now fans can get them for their furry friends. The brand announced the release of Pet Crocs, a version of the classic clog made for your dog. Crocs announced the release of Pet Crocs, a version of the classic clog made for your dog. Crocs, Inc. Crocs said … Read more

‘Chonky’ dog tries to wriggle his way to freedom — but gets stuck in fence and has to be rescued by passerby: ‘Too many snackos’

‘Chonky’ dog tries to wriggle his way to freedom — but gets stuck in fence and has to be rescued by passerby: ‘Too many snackos’

He was having a ruff day. A pleasingly plump Staffordshire Bull Terrier tried to wriggle his way to freedom — but wound up stuck in his owner’s front gate instead. Stephen Morando, who goes by @papamoandwillow on TikTok, revealed to his followers that he saw the chubby canine’s predicament while driving by — stopping to help the … Read more

Gen Zs, millennials are using AI for emotional support, calling it ‘more effective’ than a pet: study

Gen Zs, millennials are using AI for emotional support, calling it ‘more effective’ than a pet: study

Peace from pet? Forget a bot it! Pups are precious, cats are cute, and yeah — bunnies keep things hopping.  But when it comes to keeping Gen Z’s and Gen Y’s company, a faction of the twenty- and thirty-somethings are now looking to technology.  Researchers polled 1,000 people of all ages across the US to determine that … Read more

Designer dogs have descended on NYC landmarks — and the photos are adorable

Designer dogs have descended on NYC landmarks — and the photos are adorable

He’s gone to the dogs. Fine art photographer Gray Malin is known for shooting idyllic destinations such as Capri and Palm Beach, but his new book is less beachy and more furry. “Gray Malin: Dogs” (out Tuesday) sees nearly two dozen posh pets — including Dalmatians, poodles, Bernese mountain dogs, Australian shepherds and beagles — … Read more

This week’s solar eclipse could be making your pet anxious — how to help them through this stressful moment

This week’s solar eclipse could be making your pet anxious — how to help them through this stressful moment

A new moon ring of fire solar eclipse arrives this week on October 2, 2024. It’s well established that eclipses powerfully affect us mortals (for specifics, see your solar eclipse horoscopes here), but these fated lunations can also stir up anxiety and unrest in our beloved pets. Annie-Mae Levy, a certified dog trainer at Woofz, a puppy … Read more

Dear Abby: I’m a pastor and I believe our pets will join us in heaven

Dear Abby: I’m a pastor and I believe our pets will join us in heaven

DEAR ABBY: “Missing My Cat in Georgia” (June 20) was told by his Catholic friend that his cat wouldn’t be joining him in the afterlife. I have been an ordained pastor for 27 years. Last summer my cat, Fred, who had been with me for 11 years, died. I claim no deeper or higher connection … Read more

Employers are offering new benefits, from elder care to pet PTO

Employers are offering new benefits, from elder care to pet PTO

A few months ago, when Annika Cha adopted her rescue puppy Ollie, she tapped into her company’s “pawternity” policy. Cha, 26, and based in St. Paul, Minn., is an account manager at 9Sail, a digital marketing agency with headquarters in West Islip, LI. She was able to take off four half-days thanks to the company … Read more

Exclusive | First-ever Pawsitively Jewish Calendar features Instagram-famous dogs in time for high holidays

Exclusive | First-ever Pawsitively Jewish Calendar features Instagram-famous dogs in time for high holidays

Make a date with a nice Jewish dog. The first-ever Pawsitively Jewish Calendar features Instagram-famous pups hailing from as far as Israel and Canada celebrating Jewish pride, and dog lovers can fetch a copy in time for the high holidays. Picking the pups was a tough task for calendar co-creator Rabbi Robyn Frisch, who runs the social … Read more

Half of Americans will ditch friends and family to hang out with their pet, study reveals

Half of Americans will ditch friends and family to hang out with their pet, study reveals

Almost half of pet parents have canceled plans just to stay home with their pet.  That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners, which found that not only have 48% bailed on plans with friends and family, they’ve done so an average of five times in their pet’s life.      Another 30% … Read more

Popular pet brand recalling dog food after kibble tests positive for listeria, salmonella

Popular pet brand recalling dog food after kibble tests positive for listeria, salmonella

A pet food manufacturer is recalling several dog food products after testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria.  Lystn LLC, the owner of Answers Pet Food, initiated the recall of ANSWERS Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs, ANSWERS Straight Beef Formula for Dogs, and ANSWERS Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs “out of an abundance of caution,” according … Read more

Woman brings beloved tortoise everywhere – even the pub: ‘People will abandon their cars when they see us’

Woman brings beloved tortoise everywhere – even the pub: ‘People will abandon their cars when they see us’

Grandmother Jackie Leek has struck up a remarkable bond with a giant tortoise which she takes everywhere with her – including down the pub. Jackie, 58, first bought the African sulcata tortoise she calls Mr. Miyagi for company when recovering from cancer 18 months ago. Since then the pair have become inseparable and she has … Read more

Tommy Lee’s wife rescues their dog from ‘scary’ coyote’s mouth after wild animal snuck into backyard, video shows

Tommy Lee’s wife rescues their dog from ‘scary’ coyote’s mouth after wild animal snuck into backyard, video shows

The wife of Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee rescued one of their dogs from a coyote attack in their backyard, a frightening video shows. Actress and stand-up comedian Brittany Furlan shared a video Tuesday of the terrifying incident on her Instagram page after it was captured on their Ring security camera in Woodland Hills, California. … Read more

Petco stops selling rabbits after animal group calls out ‘blatant betrayal’

Petco stops selling rabbits after animal group calls out ‘blatant betrayal’

Bye-bye bunnies. Rabbits are currently the third most popular pet in the US — but not for long. Petco will stop selling rabbits after animal groups accused the pet retailer of “blatant betrayal.” On Tuesday, Petco announced “it is recommitting to an adoption-only policy for rabbits” following “feedback received in partnership with animal rescue and … Read more

Nearly 9 in 10 believe in love at first sight with their pets

Nearly 9 in 10 believe in love at first sight with their pets

More dog owners had an “instant connection” with their pet than with their partner, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 dog owners in serious relationships revealed that 80% had an immediate connection with their dog, compared to 69% who said the same for their partner. Results found that respondents were also more likely … Read more

Dogs in high-fashion cone collars raise money for local pups in need

Dogs in high-fashion cone collars raise money for local pups in need

When Brooklyn photographer Winnie Au lost her rescue dog — a Corgi named Tartine — to cancer about a decade ago, she was struck by how expensive the medical costs were. She decided she wanted to help raise money for needy animals with acute health issues. “We were lucky at the time and had pet … Read more

The cost of pet rent is rising — and it’s contributing to a crisis

The cost of pet rent is rising — and it’s contributing to a crisis

For a few years, I’ve been contemplating getting out of New York City. Perhaps I could take advantage of the high rents in my Brooklyn neighborhood to rent out my co-op, move somewhere cheaper, and pocket a bit of cash. The first area I began looking into was Lancaster, PA, which recently came in at No. … Read more

Veterinarian warns against owning these 5 dog breeds

Veterinarian warns against owning these 5 dog breeds

These dogs may not be man’s best friend. A UK veterinarian who works with all types of dogs has revealed which breeds he would avoid owning, citing their common health issues that can be costly — and worse yet, result in heartache. Alex Crow shared his insights in a video posted on Tik Tok and … Read more

Celeb trainer teaches puppies to thrive in NYC: ‘If your dog can make it here, they can make it anywhere’

Celeb trainer teaches puppies to thrive in NYC: ‘If your dog can make it here, they can make it anywhere’

City living is ruff. Local dog trainer Annie Grossman doesn’t just teach pups to be obedient and well-mannered, she also giving them coping skills — from walking calmly amidst sirens and loud construction noises to sitting pretty in subway carriers — for life in the Big Apple. “If your dog can make it here – … Read more

Most Americans believe natural disasters are unavoidable — but few have a plan for their pets: survey

Most Americans believe natural disasters are unavoidable — but few have a plan for their pets: survey

Just one-third of Americans have a disaster preparedness plan that includes their pet, according to new research.  The survey of 2,000 dog or cat owners revealed half of Americans (52%) believe natural disasters are unavoidable — and 29% find themselves losing sleep worrying about natural disasters and their homes. Despite this fear about the occurrence … Read more